The influence of EDM was seen in Bollywood songs throughout the year.
While Bollywood has, in recent years, proved an attractive step up for some Pakistani actors, says Ranjita Ganesan, it has not prompted them to pack their things and relocate to Mumbai.
The biggest let down of Ishq Forever is the story, writes Namrata Thakker.
Sukanya Verma looks at the many, many reasons for marital discord reported in Hindi movies.
She sung a song for every mood, every situation. Sukanya Verma dives into Asha Bhosle's magnificent repertoire and pulls out gems on her 85th birthday.
'Kader Khan could be horribly intimidating, impossibly silly, achingly human and, sometimes, all at once.' 'I was drawn to his magic and magnetism even when I didn't know he was behind it,' recalls Sukanya Verma.
'Kishore Kumar lived like a king and knew that he could get away with anything. It's as simple as that.'
Bollywood's fortunes might not hinge on Pakistani actors and singers, but the forced ban on them sends out a disturbing message.
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